1. John Verge Head of Development Opening the door to real housing solutions

2. Golden Lane Housing is a registered social supported housing landlord for people with learning disabilities and autism established by Mencap Since 1998 we have provided over 1600 homes for people across England and Wales - 500 people through private sector solutions Golden Lane Housing www.glh.org.uk

3. Meets a person’s needs They can afford the rent and costs Time – finding a home and moving in In an area where they want to live

4. Where do people with learning disabilities live now?

5. How do people with a learning disabilities want to live?

6. (some of the) things that make it difficult to get the right housing Not enough housing Housing registers Lack of money Specific needs Challenges from Welfare Reform Planning for the future

7. Demand and appetite from many people for private sector housing Supply of good quality property near to their existing support links Landlords and letting agents want a quick and easy solution – don’t like delays Letting agents do have concerns about HB Single accommodation can be more financially difficult under HB rules Some people want to share – most landlords tend not to like sharers Private Renting

8. Assess housing need with all parties – identify suitable housing Establish rent levels based on rent costs and any minor works (eg. Fire assessment) GLH liaises with HB to agree rent levels GLH takes on lease direct - guarantees the rent and voids to landlord GLH able to sublet to individuals and groups Supports speedy approach which all parties seek Specialist intensive management from dedicated housing and property officers ‘How’ solutions

9. www.glh.org.uk enquiries@glh.org.uk 0300 003 7007 enquiries@glh.org.uk